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Shannon Launch and Recovery System

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/shannon-launch-and-recovery-system

Step 2 · Questions

  1. 1. What is the system designation?

  2. 2. What is the primary beneficiary?

  3. 3. How does the SLARS help lifeboats get into the water fast?

  4. 4. Why is the SLARS important for rescue missions?

Step 3 · Words to know

Write what each word means, using the article.

  • Maritime Search and Rescue (SAR)

  • Operational Mandate

  • Logistical Hurdles

  • Bespoke Solution

Step 4 · Two facts in your own words

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

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